What is a basting stitch and what is it for? Did you know that professional seamstresses use basting stitches all the time? Learn the basics of the when, where, why and how of basting stitch and you will be well on your way to beautiful sewing! TABLE OF CONTENTS What is Basting in Sewing? What…
Sewing with knit fabric is easier than you think. And you can do it all with your home sewing machine. No Serger required! Read on to learn the basics and you will be whipping up beautiful knits projects in no time! You’ve always wanted to sew with stretchy knit fabrics but didn’t know where to…
Never dread threading a needle again! Try one (or several) of these tried and true hacks to learn how to easily thread a hand sewing needle. Threading a needle shouldn’t leave you frustrated. But somehow there always seems to be THAT piece of thread that just refuses to go through the needle. Sound familiar? Try…
Always wondered what exactly is a yard of fabric? How big is it? How wide is it? What about half a yard? Two yards? Read on to learn more and figure out how much yardage you need for a project! TABLE OF CONTENTS How Big is a Yard of Fabric A Yard of Fabric Equivalents…
Table of Contents What is a Ladder Stitch? Ladder Stitch (Invisible Stitch): What is it Used for? What do I need to Sew a Ladder Stitch? Perfect Ladder Stitch Success Tips How to Do a Ladder Stitch (Invisible Stitch) Starting the Ladder Stitch Sewing the Stitches Pull and Close Stitches One Final Tip for Sewing…
IN THIS POST Rotary Cutters: A Quick Overview History of Rotary Cutters What is a Rotary Cutter? How does the Rotary Cutter differ from Scissors in Cutting? Can I Buy a Rotary Cutter and Start Cutting? What is the Purpose of a Cutting Mat? Will the Rotary Cutter Damage my Cutting Mat? How Often do…
Time: 30 min – 1 hour (depending on the number of letters)Difficulty: Easy Ever wanted to personalize a sewing project to gift someone so you make it extra special? Follow along this easy tutorial to learn how to add fabric letters to personalize bags, blankets, towels, and more. No embroidery machine needed! True story: One…
Invisible zipper are one of those SUPER INTIMIDATING things before you’ve tried, but SUPER SIMPLE things once you’ve done it. Trust me, it really is very simple. The beauty of invisible zippers lie in the fact that compared to a regular zipper, they are indeed quite invisible. As a result, they are often used in…
Bias tape is a MUST-HAVE ESSENTIAL in your sewing toolbox. You can purchase them from fabric stores in an array of colors and sizes. However, they are very easy to make and also gives you control over the color and design when you make it yourself. On top of that, it is also more economical…